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RegisteredNurse

Sharnjeet Kaur

Craigieburn,VIC

Summary

Driven Registered Nurse with proven expertise in patient assessments and infection control measures, honed at Arcare Sydenham and Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research. Excelled in enhancing patient care through effective leadership and direct patient care. Skilled in medication administration and fostering team development, significantly improving patient outcomes and staff competency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Arcare Sydenham
08.2020 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating team on proper hygiene practices.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications administered.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on care instructions.

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator

Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
12.2014 - 12.2016
  • Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing clinical protocols and guidelines.
  • Developed educational materials for staff training sessions, resulting in higher competency levels among team members.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care during shift changes by implementing efficient handoff procedures among nursing personnel.
  • Oversaw infection control measures within the unit to minimize occurrences of healthcare-associated infections among patients and staff members.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.

Education

Master of Science - Public Health

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Dasmesh College of Nursing
Faridkot, Punjab
05.2014

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Infection control measures
  • Care Planning
  • Licensed RN
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Palliative care
  • Geriatric Nursing

OTHER

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First Aid
Flu vaccination
COVID 19 vaccination
Current Police check

Driving License
Children check
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Arcare Sydenham
08.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator

Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
12.2014 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Public Health

Deakin University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Dasmesh College of Nursing
Sharnjeet Kaur